EastEnders' Dean Gaffney comforted by soap star pals after his mum’s funeral

EastEnders star Shana Swash, who played Demi Miller on the BBC soap between 2004 and 2006, looks worlds away from her troubled teen character, 17 years later.The 32 year old actress, who is the younger sister of Joe Swash and also played his character Mickey Miller's on-screen Walford sister, announced she was pregnant with her first child in the summer. Shana is in a relationship with her partner Nick Jones, and Joe, who is reportedly gearing up to return for a one-off EastEnders special this year, shared his support as the duo prepare to welcome a new addition to their family.

EastEnders fans are predicting that Stacey Slater and Jack Branning will have an affair as Jack's wife, Denise Fox, leaves the Square. Stacey was previously married to Jack's late nephew Bradley Branning, but before his death she cheated on him with Bradley's dad, Max Branning, who is Jack's brother.

Kate Garraway is being supported by friends and co-workers as she attempts to navigate life with her seriously ill spouse. The Good Morning Britain star reportedly struggles with 'guilt' when she spends time away from husband Derek Draper, who has been battling long Covid since March 2020.

EastEnders fans will remember the face of bad boy Dean Wicks, played by Matt Di Angelo, who was caught up in some brutal storylines during his time on the BBC soap. Matt, 36 has secured a string of TV roles over the years including regular roles in Hustle and Ordinary Lies, but his time as Dean on EastEnders is by far his most memorable. He first arrived on Albert Square in 2006 before he had a shock exit two years later, but in 2014 made a triumphant return.

The Inside Soap Awards returned for another year on Monday night, celebrating the iconic soaps that are much loved by fans across the country.

Love them or hate them, there’s no denying that soap operas are a time honoured institution in the world of UK telly. From EastEnders to Emmerdale, Coronation Street to Hollyoaks, the soaps are a nightly tradition loved by millions all across the country and beyond.

Joe Swash is reportedly returning for a one-off EastEnders special 15 years after his character Mickey Miller left the BBC One soap. Joe, 41, is best known now for being married to TV favourite Stacey Solomon's husband, and most recently starred on I'm A Celebrity...

Stacey Solomon has left fans 'unable to see' one particular detail in her latest social media post in which she implored her followers to 'spend the morning' with her. The Loose Women star took to Instagram to share a video with her millions of followers that showed her doing her typical 'morning routine' before heading out to work.

Stacey Solomon has clapped back after it was suggested her recent fitness overhaul came with an ulterior motive. Earlier this year the Sort Your Life Out host vowed to up her gym game after dusting off her husband Joe Swash's exercise bike that he'd acquired and not used.

Billy Miller set the record straight that her son died of suicide after a strenuous battle with mental health issues.“He fought a long hard valiant battle with bipolar depression for years. He did everything he could to control the disease,” Patricia Miller wrote in her statement to Soap Opera Digest, first thanking fans for their love and support in the wake of her son’s tragic death.“He loved his family, his friends and his fans but in the end, the disease won the fight and he surrendered his life.”Patricia issued the statement to address rumors circulating about how her 43-year-old son died were “not true” following his death on Friday.“I wish they were but they just aren’t,” the mother wrote.She revealed the family is “desperately trying to deal with our loss” and said she had “nothing further to say” on her son’s death.“I want to personally thank the many fans & personal friends for the overwhelming amount of love, prayers & condolences sent to me and my family on the devastating death of my beautiful son BJ.”“The Young and the Restless” stars agent confirmed to The Post on Sunday that he struggled with manic depression.Miller died two days shy of turning 44 in Austin, Texas.Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on Sept.

Helen Flanagan has admitted she's been suffering from 'mum guilt' after cancelling plans for her three children in order to ensure they can see their father, Scott Sinclair. The ex-Coronation Street actress, 33, candidly opened up about her co-parenting struggles on her Instagram Stories on Friday, as she explained how she's trying to juggle everything. Helen, who shares Matilda, eight, Dellilah, five and Charlie, two, with footballer ex Scott, 34, said: “It’s such a juggle.

Helen Flanagan has told her fans that she 'doesn't feel mum guilt' after sharing her latest decision for her children. The actress shares her kids Matilda, eight, Delilah, five, and Charlie, two, with her ex-fiance Scott Sinclair, with whom she split up from last summer.

Helen Flanagan has been defended by fans after sharing a bunch of fresh snaps on social media before proudly declaring she and her son had 'finally cracked it' in a big update. The actress took to social media last month while on holiday to reveal that she'd decided to start potty training her two-year-old, Charlie.

Amy Walsh may have been pipped to this year’s Celebrity Masterchef trophy by finalist Wynne Evans, but the Emmerdale star certainly delighted fans with her delicious meals as she took on the BBC cookery challenge last week. While not a winner on the show, she still remains a winner in fans hearts, as beating a wealth of other celebrity stars, including actor Michael Praed, rapper and philanthropist Apl.de.Ap and dancer Dianne Buswell to secure her place in the final was no mean feat! Undeterred by her loss, Amy will continue to whip up delicious meals at home, including for her famous sisters, who were no doubt cheering her on throughout the competition.

Stacey Solomon's hit TV show Sort Your Life Out sees the mum-of-five help transform the lives of many families and give a budget-friendly makeover. Now, the 33-year-old is inviting her long-time friend Mrs Hinch, otherwise known as Sophie Hinchliffe, to take part and fans could be in for a treat to see the duo on-screen together.

Coronation Street lads Colson Smith, Jack P Shepherd and Ben Price were spotted out and about in the Manchester sunshine while on a break from filming this week. Famed for playing police officer Craig Tinker, 23 year old Colson sported a mint green T-shirt and grey shorts; David Platt star Jack, 35, kicked back in a red and white Hawaiian-style shirt with rolled-up black jeans, and Nick Tilsley's Ben, 51, opted for an all-black wardrobe as temperatures soared across England. An unknown baseball-capped pal - possibly a Corrie crew member - joined them as the soap trio chilled out at a park table.

When it comes to red carpets we expect to see celebrities strutting their stuff in expensive designer gowns, but it seems that for this year’s National Television Awards, plenty of TV stars opted for an altogether more affordable brand. High-street favourite Karen Millen was the designer of choice for several big TV personalities, with Kate Garraway, Molly Marsh, Helen Flanagan and Ruby Adler all donning outfits from the brand as they attended the awards ceremony.

Coronation Street's finest Andy Whyment, Claire Sweeney, Peter Ash, Daniel Brocklebank, Sally Carman and Joe Duttine boarded a train from Manchester down to London together this morning, in anticipation of the glitzy NTA's. Shorts and T-shirts were the order of the day in the smiling group shot uploaded to Kirk Sutherland star Andy's Instagram account, with several of his pals resharing the same image on their respective Stories.

EastEnders fans were left on the edge of their seats after Monday's episode of the hit BBC One soap, as Stacey Slater finally found out the identity of her mystery stalker. The mum-of-three, portrayed by Lacey Turner, has been being stalked by her online client over recent weeks and while viewers are aware it is local teacher Theo Hawthorne (William Ellis), Stacey has been none the wiser. However, Theo finally came clean in Monday's episode, admitting to Stacey he is her mysterious online client, who has been giving her money over recent months and breaking into her home.

Stacey Solomon has admitted her "heart is aching" as two of her children hit massive milestones at the same time. In an emotional post, the Loose Women panellist revealed that her son Leighton is starting high school at the same time her little one Rex who is headed off to Primary School. Opening up about her boys' "new adventures," the proud mum some adorable snaps of her eleven-year-old with his arms around his four-year-old brother as the pair proudly tried on their new uniforms.